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The geometry of music

Simplifying Complexity

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Exploring the Movement of Music Along Different Collections

This chapter explores the concept of music moving simultaneously along different collections or alphabets in music theory, using examples and explanations with 'Doa Deer' song and the white keys of a piano. It discusses the uneven spacing of white keys, multiple collections like major triads, and the complexity of combining different motions, emphasizing their significance in historical music genres.

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